What Is the Grid Method?
If you have a favorite painting or drawing that you want to copy or enlarge, using the grid method can help. As the name suggests, the artist must first draw a grid on the picture to be copied and then an identical grid on the copy material. A grid is used as it makes it easy to change the size of the painting by simply using a grid that is an equal ratio of the original grid. Changing the ratio can increase or decrease the size of the work.
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The Grid Method
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The grid method is a very low-tech method, and it can be very time-consuming, especially with large and very detailed drawings. The grid method is much slower than using transfer paper but it does help improve drawing skills.
Materials Needed
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The required materials are a ruler, a pencil, and a paper copy of the image you wish to copy or enlarge. In addition you need a canvas or other work surface that to draw the new or enlarged image on. The first step is to draw a grid on the paper copy of the image to be copied. A mechanical pencil is best for this type of work.
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How to Start
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The exact same grid needs to be drawn on canvas or other material the image is being transferred to. It is best to use charcoal instead of a pencil as it cleans up easier. The grid must be an exact 1:1 ratio to prevent the new drawing from being distorted.
The Final Steps
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It is a good idea to label the each grid with a number, which can prevent you from getting lost, especially in larger images. The final step is to simply copy the contents of each grid to the corresponding grid on the copy or enlargement. The final result will be a copy or enlargement of the original drawing or painting.
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